Job description
Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.
Buffalo Trail Public Schools requires a full-time temporary Elementary School Generalist starting January 11 for approximately 6 weeks or the return of the regular teacher.
Wainwright Elementary is a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school. We have a 3 year old "Little Leaders" and a Pre-K (4 year old) program housed in the building. We are a "Leader In Me" school in which our students take on responsibility and lead by example.
Wainwright, Canada is a unique town in Alberta that has a strong, vibrant & friendly community spirit. Wainwright is located in East Central Alberta at the intersection of Buffalo Trail-Highway 41 and Poundmaker Trail-Highway 14, near the beautiful Battle River Valley. We have a rich history that is highlighted and preserved throughout the area that focuses on our community's past. Living the good life in Wainwright means local full service health service and educational infrastructure, an atmospheric Main street, advanced recreational amenities and many annual events.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Shall be a dynamic student-centered educator committed to maximizing learning in a safe and caring environment
Experience and/or training in the application of Assessment for Learning strategies, embedded formative assessment, and varied summative assessments is essential
Possess a strong background in the use of technology to enhance student learning
Ability to create a positive learning environment and foster positive professional relationships with students
Is dependable with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting
Demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and continually increasing their effectiveness as an educator
A willingness to participate in extracurricular activities would be considered an asset
Please submit all applications online. For further information on how to apply, please see our website.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant consents/agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer and contacting references. An original acceptable criminal records check with vulnerable sector check will be a condition of employment. Applicants are required to provide their most recent performance evaluation or field experience report with their resume.
Start date January 11, 2024 or as soon as possible. Applications open until filled.
For further information, please contact:
Tom Koskie, Principal
Wainwright Elementary School
Phone: 780-842-3361
Email: tom.koskie@btps.ca
All applications received by the deadline will be considered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.